Larousse Gastronomique: An Essential Culinary Reference for Chefs, Home Cooks and Food Enthusiasts

robert g westlake: EXTREAMELY PLEASED WITH THE SERVICE AND QUALITY OF THE ITEM

United States on Nov 20, 2023

Barb: I ordered Used Very Good and this book is in perfect shape! A review disparaging this as a divtionary made me question my purchase… until I opened it. Wow! Let’s say you’re curious about Risotto. The definition tells me what it is, how it’s generally prepared, how it can be served and what it could be served with, provides 6 amazing risotto recipies, and mentions an additional recipe can be found under Seafood. I plan to try making Black risotto with langoustines and thai herbs. I have a few ingredients to buy for that one. There are simpler recipies but I did just buy some black rice…

United States on May 13, 2022

AdynutzaAdynutza: Content of the book amazing but didn't come in pristine condition

Canada on Apr 07, 2022

Miriam Bertram: I have a young friend I am 71 years old who went to culinary school because his mother was a terrible cook. While watching Chef Jean-Pierre on YouTube Chef recommended this book. I bought it for my young friend and he just loves it he just opens a book up and starts reading. One of the best gifts I've ever bought for someone

United States on Feb 20, 2022

Robert Deline: Great for classic cooking

Canada on Feb 16, 2022

Ali ErdemAli Erdem: If you ever saw this book in stores and you saw the $115 price tag, you were probably thinking WHAT! A $115 book?!? But I’m telling you this is one of the few books in the world that actually seems worth it.

For those with zero expectations, even though that would be super hard to do after paying $115, this book might be the best book you’ll ever have. Keep in mind it is in the format of an encyclopedia, so the book is in alphabetical order, going through the history of food in the French kitchen mainly, cooking techniques, recipes, meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, and pretty much anything to do with the kitchen. My mind always floating with new ideas, I am able to quickly reference anything I could think of in my head and learn a new cooking technique while I do it. I couldn’t find a lot of info about this copy online bc it seems like a newer addition of Larousse, but if you guys see it discounted anywhere and you love the kitchen, buy it. In one day, I’ve already learned so much more than any YouTube video could teach me, even though I have learned a lot from some great Youtubers.

I look forward to using it as a reference tool and keeping it in the family...

United States on Oct 15, 2021

B_rad: Great gift for any foodies, classic references

Canada on Nov 10, 2019

Amazon Customer: I bought this for my fiance for his birthday and he absolutely loves it! Anybody with real interest in the culinary arts will appreciate this!

Canada on Feb 23, 2018

James M. Cook: This encyclopedia of food has sucked more of my minutes than any other book on food that I have owned. The impressive heft of the tome opens a world of food so enrapturing that time will cease to exist as the gravitational pull of the Larousse Gastronomique's entries work their magic. More times than I can remember, I have been looking for one particular entry only to be distracted by the other entries my eyes scan as I'm flipping through pages to find my target. Fifteen minutes later, I cannot remember what I was originally looking for, but I've learned many amazing things.

The content of the is book is absolutely amazing. With everything that is contained within, however, do not expect this to be an inexhaustible source of information. Since it is a French book, there is a definite tilt here, however other cultural culinary points do appear - they just aren't as comprehensive. So what would you find in a book like this? You'll find great color and black and white photos in categories like squash, cheese, citrus fruit, et cetera. You'll find detailed information about different regions of the world as well as entries about notable individuals that had an impact on the...

United States on Jan 28, 2015

Aceking: This book is the history of french cuisine. It's the go-to book for all cooks when they're in doubt. It has everything that we need to know about western cuisine and some more. The content provides you with the history and the story behind each dish. The instructions for each recipe are detailed easy to follow. Great book for the aspiring chef/cooks.

Canada on Jun 12, 2013